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Ex Officio Executive Chairman, National Legal Services Authority

In his capacity as a sitting Judge of the Supreme Court, Justice Vikram Nath served as Ex Officio Executive Chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) — the apex body responsible for providing free legal services to weaker sections of society and ensuring access to justice for all.

Under his leadership, NALSA expanded its outreach programs, implemented digital legal aid services, and strengthened the national network of legal services institutions across India.

Latest Updates

Live Feed Streaming
2024
Mar

Supreme Court Bench Proceedings on Constitutional Matters

Justice Vikram Nath presides over a constitution bench hearing matters related to the interpretation of fundamental rights provisions in the context of emerging digital technologies.

Supreme Court • Constitutional Law
2023
Nov

Address at National Legal Services Day Celebrations

Justice Nath delivers the keynote address at the National Legal Services Day celebrations, emphasizing the need for technology-driven legal aid delivery systems and the expansion of NALSA's digital outreach programs.

NALSA • Public Appearance
2023
Sep

Inauguration of Digital Legal Aid Portal

As part of the ongoing digital transformation of legal services, Justice Nath inaugurates a new digital portal enabling citizens to access legal aid services remotely, removing geographical barriers to justice.

Digital Initiative • NALSA
2023
Jul

International Conference on Judicial Transparency

Justice Nath participated in an international conference on judicial transparency, sharing insights from India's court livestreaming initiative and its impact on public trust in the judiciary.

International • Conference
2022
Dec

Feature: "The Judge Who Brought Cameras to Court"

A prominent national publication profiles Justice Vikram Nath's pioneering role in bringing livestreaming to the Gujarat High Court during COVID-19, calling it "a watershed moment in Indian judicial history."

Media Coverage • Feature
2021
Aug

Elevation to the Supreme Court of India

Justice Vikram Nath is elevated to the Supreme Court of India, bringing with him a distinguished record from the Allahabad and Gujarat High Courts, and a pioneering legacy in judicial transparency.

Supreme Court • Milestone
2020
Oct

Historic: Gujarat High Court Goes Live

Under Chief Justice Vikram Nath's leadership, the Gujarat High Court becomes the first High Court in India to livestream its proceedings, allowing citizens to watch court hearings in real time during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Livestreaming • Historic Achievement

Digital Initiatives

Court Livestreaming

Pioneered live broadcasting of High Court proceedings, setting a national precedent for judicial transparency during COVID-19.

Digital Legal Aid

Led the implementation of digital legal aid services through NALSA, making legal assistance accessible across geographical barriers.

E-Filing & Virtual Courts

Championed the adoption of e-filing systems and virtual hearing platforms, modernizing court administration and improving efficiency.

Court Livestreaming